California AB20 aims to reduce homelessness by ending the Housing First model.

California AB20, the People First Housing Act of 2025, seeks to reduce homelessness by ending the Housing First model, prioritizing shelter beds over permanent supportive housing, redirecting funds to programs requiring mental health and substance abuse treatment, and requiring the removal of homeless camps near schools and public areas. The bill also prohibits camping in public spaces if a homeless shelter bed is available. It mandates that state programs prioritize shelter beds and transitory housing units, and requires a grievance process for shelter program participants.

California AB20 aims to reduce homelessness by ending the Housing First model.

California AB20, the People First Housing Act of 2025, seeks to reduce homelessness by ending the Housing First model, prioritizing shelter beds over permanent supportive housing, redirecting funds to programs requiring mental health and substance abuse treatment, and requiring the removal of homeless camps near schools and public areas. The bill also prohibits camping in public spaces if a homeless shelter bed is available. It mandates that state programs prioritize shelter beds and transitory housing units, and requires a grievance process for shelter program participants.